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The Thursday Murder Club

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The Thursday Murder Club is a compelling crime thriller about a group of four retirees living in a peaceful retirement village. They meet weekly to investigate unsolved murder cases, but things get excitingly complex when a murder occurs on their doorstep. The story unfolds with wit and charm as the adventurous group uses their unique skills to uncover the truth.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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Immerse yourself in a delightful blend of mystery and humour where a group of retirees come together to solve crimes that baffle even the police. You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to cleverly plotted murder mysteries with endearing characters who cleverly navigate through twists and turns in a quaint English setting.

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The Thursday Murder Club

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Now a Netflix Film

The first installment in the beloved and New York Times bestselling series from Richard Osman, also author of We Solve Murders

Four septuagenarians with a few tricks up their sleeves

A female cop with her first big case

A brutal murder

Welcome to...

The Thursday Murder Club

In a peaceful retirement village, four unlikely friends meet weekly in the Jigsaw Room to discuss unsolved crimes; together they call themselves the Thursday Murder Club.

When a local developer is found dead with a mysterious photograph left next to the body, the Thursday Murder Club suddenly find themselves in the middle of their first live case.

As the bodies begin to pile up, can our unorthodox but brilliant gang catch the killer, before it's too late?

“Witty, endearing and greatly entertaining.” —Wall Street Journal

Series: A Thursday Murder Club Mystery

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The Thursday Murder Club has been praised for its charming and witty narrative, captivating readers with its engaging plot and endearing characters. The novel's blend of humour and suspense has made it popular among crime and thriller enthusiasts, who appreciate Osman's ability to craft a compelling mystery. Critics often highlight the book's clever plot twists and entertaining dialogue, contributing to its widespread appeal.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781984880987

Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 August 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Penguin USA

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 301g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Richard Osman is an author and television presenter. His novels, The Thursday Murder Club, The Man Who Died Twice, The Bullet That Missed, The Last Devil to Die, and We Solve Murders were number one international bestsellers as well as New York Times bestsellers. He lives in London with his wife, Ingrid, and their cats Liesl and Lottie. The movie adaptation for The Thursday Murder Club will release in 2025, produced by Amblin Entertainment. The Impossible Fortune, the fifth book in the Thursday Murder Club series, is forthcoming.

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